Physician Assistant (PA) Surgery Jobs
Looking for surgical physician assistant jobs? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens PA surgery jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens physician assistants (PAs) on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
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We are seeking a licensed Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a full-time locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania. This opportunity begins on Jan 26, 2026, and spans 120 days, offering day shifts Monday through Friday with regular in-house hours and rotating night and weekend call from home.Job DetailsLocation: PennsylvaniaStart...
Location:PA
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a full-time locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Jan 26, 2026. This 120-day opportunity offers 36-40 hours per week plus weekend call, with regular in-house shifts and home-based call coverage. The assignment covers both operating room and ICU floor responsibilities,...
Location:PA
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana starting Jan 5, 2026. This role features 24-hour call coverage 3–4 days per week, with one dedicated clinic day managing 15–20 post-op patients.Job DetailsLocation: LouisianaStart Date: Jan 5, 2026LOA: 90 daysProvider Type Needed:...
Location:LA
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Surgery - Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant for a 42-day locum tenens assignment in New Mexico. This role starts on Feb 23, 2026, and features a Monday through Friday clinic schedule with 24-hour weekend call. The ideal candidate will bring at least one year of relevant experience and hold a Certified Surgical First Assistant...
Location:NM
Specialty:Cardiothoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Virginia, starting Jan 19, 2026. This role offers a Monday through Friday schedule, day shifts, and includes regular call responsibilities as part of a 1:4 rotation. The ideal candidate will bring 3-4 years of first assist experience in cardiothoracic...
Location:VA
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Surgery - Trauma Physician Assistant for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity starts Jan 5, 2026, and requires availability for 5 to 10 shifts per month, with coverage for both day and night 12-hour shifts. The role focuses on trauma care, requiring advanced procedural skills and proficiency...
Location:NC
Specialty:Trauma Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Surgery - Neurological Physician Assistant for a 56-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Jan 12, 2026, with a 7a-7p or 7p-7a schedule, operating on a 7 on, 7 off rotation. The assignment features multiple scheduled blocks through April, making it an ideal fit for Physician Assistants...
Location:NC
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Surgery Physician Assistant with experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology for an 80-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, and offers a flexible schedule with day and night 12-hour shifts, as well as optional weekend coverage. Candidates should be board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology,...
Location:NY
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Vascular Surgery Physician Assistant for a 50-day locum tenens assignment in Virginia, starting Jan 5, 2026. This opportunity involves first assisting in the OR, providing floor coverage, and participating in a robust call schedule with day shifts beginning at 7am and ending when the last case concludes. The position offers...
Location:VA
Specialty:Vascular Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a skilled Surgery Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in New York beginning on Mar 2, 2026. This 48-day opportunity features flexible 12 or 24-hour shifts, including both day and night schedules, and requires strong transvaginal ultrasound skills and experience with GYN cases. The position includes first assist responsibilities...
Location:NY
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Physician Assistant Job FAQs
How much do surgery physician assistants make?
The average annual PA salary is $126,010 per year in the U.S., according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics. While this data represents PAs as a whole, it can provide an estimate of the annual compensation for surgery PAs.
How much do locum tenens cardiothoracic surgery physician assistants make?
Locum tenens cardiothoracic surgery physician assistants can earn between $150 and $200 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
How much do locum tenens cardiovascular and thoracic surgery physician assistants make?
Locum tenens cardiovascular and thoracic surgery physician assistants can earn between $150 and $200 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
How much do locum tenens general surgery physician assistants make?
Locum tenens general surgery physician assistants can earn between $100 and $125 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
How much do locum tenens neurological surgery physician assistants make?
Locum tenens neurological surgery physician assistants can earn between $95 and $125 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
How much do locum tenens orthopedic surgery physician assistants make?
Locum tenens orthopedic surgery physician assistants can earn between $100 and $130 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
How much do locum tenens plastic surgery physician assistants make?
Locum tenens plastic surgery physician assistants can earn between $115 and $135 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
How much do locum tenens thoracic surgery physician assistants make?
Locum tenens thoracic surgery physician assistants can earn between $100 and $125 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
How much do locum tenens trauma surgery physician assistants make?
Locum tenens trauma surgery physician assistants can earn between $95 and $125 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
How much do locum tenens urology surgery physician assistants make?
Locum tenens urology surgery physician assistants can earn between $90 and $120 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
How much do locum tenens vascular surgery physician assistants make?
Locum tenens vascular surgery physician assistants can earn between $100 and $130 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
What is the job outlook for surgery physician assistants in 2024?
Physician assistant employment is projected by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics to grow 27 percent from 2022 to 2032. This number is significantly higher than the three percent growth projection for all occupations. U.S. News and World Report listed physician assistant as the second best healthcare job in 2024.
Can new grads work surgery physician assistant jobs?
Yes! Locum tenens is a great way to gain experience as a PA or to learn a new specialty. While some occupational medicine PA jobs require specific experience, others are open to physician assistants who meet all job qualifications.
The easiest way to find a job as a new PA graduate is to connect with a dedicated Barton recruiter, who can find you an open job that matches your experience and skill set. Check out our tips for finding work as a new physician assistant grad.
Do surgery physician assistant jobs include malpractice insurance?
Yes! Barton Associates offers free comprehensive malpractice insurance to all locum tenens physician assistants who work with us. Our claims-made insurance is furnished by an “A”-rated insurance company and includes tail coverage for all providers. Learn more about our PA malpractice insurance here.